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    Volonté (en. Will)

    /vɔ.lɔ̃.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The conscious ability to act according to one's own choices.
    His will to succeed is admirable.
    Sa volonté de réussir est admirable.
    A determined desire or intention to accomplish something.
    He expressed his will to travel abroad.
    Il a exprimé sa volonté de voyager à l'étranger.
    Expression or statement of a person's wishes.
    The will of the people must be respected.
    La volonté du peuple doit être respectée.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'voluntatem', meaning 'will, desire'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    with all your heart
    With all his will and enthusiasm.
    de tout cœur
    by will
    To act according to one's own desire or wish.
    par volonté
    show determination
    Show that you are determined to achieve something.
    faites preuve de volonté

    Related Words

    voluntary
    A person who acts on their own without constraint.
    volontaire
    volition
    Ability to make choices and decisions.
    volition
    voluntarism
    Theory that considers will as the primary driving force.
    volontarisme

    Slang Meanings

    Strong desire to do something, sometimes used informally.
    I really have the will to go out tonight.
    J'ai vraiment la volonté de sortir ce soir.
    Determination to act even in the face of obstacles.
    His will is like concrete!
    Sa volonté, c'est du béton !